Shipping Paralegal (12 Month FTC)

We are working with a notable global law firm in their search for an experienced Shipping Paralegal to join their London office on an initial 12 Month FTC. This role offers a hybrid working pattern. The successful candidate will be working in our client’s transactional shipping team. The work will involve all aspects of transactional work, including ship sale and purchase, ship and asset finance, ship building and refit/repair projects. Specific tasks will include drafting finance transaction documentation, liaising with third parties and supporting the team with preparing transactional bibles, and other general paralegal and administrative duties.

Responsibilities

Work in the transactional shipping team; Handle all aspects of transactional work including ship sale and purchase, ship and asset finance, ship building and refit/repair projects; Draft finance transaction documentation; Liaise with third parties; Support the team with preparing transactional bibles; Perform general paralegal and administrative duties

Requirements

2:1 law degree or GDL; excellent A-level grades; highly organised; excellent IT skills; extensive and relevant experience gained from a well-known law firm(s); good general knowledge of legal and maritime technology